At “TSUJIHONTEN” sake Brewery, savor an exclusive tasting that contrasts the region’s soft and moderately hard waters, paired with the refined depth of sake born from this terroir. Lunch is served at “NISHIKURA”, a renovated 100-year-old sake storehouse, where each dish highlights theartistry of fermentation. A guided walk through the Katsuyama Town Preservation District and interaction with skilled artisans will allow you to experience the cultural richness and quiet elegance of Maniwa's fermentation traditions.
What makes this tour unique An Elegant Journey into the Living Heritage of Fermentation In Katsuyama, where the clear waters of the Asahi River meet the timeless beauty of a histor...
Highlights
6 hours
Offered in Japanese & English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
6 hours
Offered in Japanese & English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
Guide fee
Tour and experience fee
Air-conditioned vehicle
Meals
Transportation costs to the meeting place
drinks at lunch
Meeting Points
Departure
Chūgoku-Katsuyama Station
A guide holding a “Katsuyama Fermentation Heritage Tour” sticker will be waiting in front of the ticket gates at JR Chugoku Katsuyama Station.
Return
Important Information
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Not recommended for pregnant travelers
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Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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Natto is strictly prohibited when visiting a sake brewery. Please refrain from eating it for about a week beforehand.
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
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Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.
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If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
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This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
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Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
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At “TSUJIHONTEN” sake Brewery, savor an exclusive tasting that contrasts the region’s soft and moderately hard waters, paired with the refined depth of sake born from this terroir. Lunch is served at “NISHIKURA”, a renovated 100-year-old sake storehouse, where each dish highlights theartistry of fermentation. A guided walk through the Katsuyama Town Preservation District and interaction with skilled artisans will allow you to experience the cultural richness and quiet elegance of Maniwa's fermentation traditions.
What makes this tour unique An Elegant Journey into the Living Heritage of Fermentation In Katsuyama, where the clear waters of the Asahi River meet the timeless beauty of a histor...
Highlights
6 hours
Offered in Japanese & English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
6 hours
Offered in Japanese & English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
Guide fee
Tour and experience fee
Air-conditioned vehicle
Meals
Transportation costs to the meeting place
drinks at lunch
Meeting Points
Departure
Chūgoku-Katsuyama Station
A guide holding a “Katsuyama Fermentation Heritage Tour” sticker will be waiting in front of the ticket gates at JR Chugoku Katsuyama Station.
Return
Itinerary
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Historical Katsuyama Town Conservation Area
Katsuyama flourished as a post town and castle town on the Izumo Kaido road. It has been designated as a "Preserved Streetscape District" due to the old townscape with white walls and lattice windows that still remains. In recent years, it has been called the "Town of Noren," with colorful "noren" (traditional Japanese curtains) displayed at the eaves of each house. A guide will explain its history.
30 minutes
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Tsuji Honten Sake Brewery
Explanation of the history of Gozen-shu Brewery Tsuji Honten, its unique sake brewing methods, and the mechanism of fermentation. Includes a tasting comparison of soft and hard water, and sake tasting.
1 hour
3
Nishikura
Lunch and shopping at a restaurant directly managed by a sake brewery, featuring a special fermented lunch.
1 hour and 15 minutes
4
Kohno Vinegar Miso Brewery
A rare factory tour at a brewery established in 1888, producing vinegar, miso, and soy sauce. Introduction to the activities of "Maniwa Hakko's," a group of diverse businesses connected by fermentation.
